Matthew Brooks

Matthew Brooks is an experienced professional in product strategy and innovation, currently serving as the Head of Innovation & Product Strategy at Matrix from December 2022 to July 2025. Previously, Matthew held several key positions, including Global Product Manager: Gifting at No7 Beauty Company from March 2017 to October 2021 and Product Development Manager at Molton Brown from July 2015 to March 2017. Matthew also co-founded Nota Bene Wares, a small business specializing in hand-made scented goods, where Matthew designed and produced products, collaborated with Universal Works to create a range of books and scented candles, and sold to design-led retailers. Earlier in the career, Matthew worked as a Creative Brand Manager at Reiss and gained foundational education with a BA (Hons) in History from The University of Nottingham, along with A Levels in History, French, English Literature, and English Language from Danum School in Doncaster.